The Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice has released a 165 page document containing the decision on the controversial National Cathedral trustees.
The honorable member of parliament Okudzeto Ablakwa lodged a case against the following institutions and persons regarding inconsistencies concerning finances surrounding the National Cathedral.
The Minister of finance
Controller and Accountant General’s Department
The National Cathedral Board
Rev Victor Kusi-Boateng (A.K.A) Kwabena Adu Gyamfi
JNS Talent Centre Limited
Johannes Eshun
Sheila Eshun
After a lengthy investigation, the commission concluded that:
“There is evidence on record supporting the complainant’s allegations that the mandatory procurement rules stipulated under Act 6663 as amended by Act 914 were not strictly adhered to in the selection and award of the contract to Ribade Company Limited for the construction of the National Cathedral. Accordingly, the commission finds the 3rd respondent/Board of Trustees/Directors of the National Cathedral liable for breaches of mandatory procurement rules and procedures contrary to the Procurement Act, 2003 (Act 663) as amended by Act 914”
The commission also noted with great concern the administrative lapses with the management members of the National Cathedral.
The commission concluded that the complaint against the administrative proceedings of the board members and trustees is justified.
On the claim of conflict of interest relating to the 4th respondent, the commission stated that it was without merit based on the result of investigations.
On the issue of allegations of breaches of mandatory procurement provisions under the Public Procurement Act, Act 663 as amended by Act 914, the commission stated that it had justification.
The commission recommended further investigations and possible prosecution of members who are found culpable
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